So, I teach lessons all afternoon on Thursdays which usually works well because that’s when Chance naps.

However, after my first lesson today, Chance was still awake (probably because of the gigantic poop in his pull-up… GROSS!).  

Here was our conversation after I changed his pants:

Chance: Mommy… I’m awake now. No more nap.

Me: Oh no, honey… you’ve only been up here for an hour and I know you haven’t slept.

Chance:  But I’m awake. No nap.  Please!

Me:  I need you to sleep because you’ll be grumpy later if you don’t.

Chance:  *tears starting* I’m not grumpy. I’m awake.

Me:  Mommy still has lessons to teach.  You need to sleep.

Chance: *tears*

Me:  If I give you some Veggie Chips and water, will you go to sleep afterwards?

Chance:  *tears stop* Yes.

So, that’s what I did.  A small cup of chips and sippy of water helps me get on with my day. 

I can hear him crunching away in his room right now.

What have you resorted to in order to get your child to nap???